Braves vs. Nationals, May 1, 2013

Atlanta Braves

Braves vs. Nationals, May 1, 2013

Atlanta was going for the series sweep, band its eighth straight win over Washington, but fell short.

Braves B.J. Upton sits dejected in the dugout during the ninth inning of the 2-0 loss to the Nationals.

Nationals closer Rafael Soriano rips open his jersey. celebrating beating the Braves 2-0.

Braves manager Fredi Gonzalez argues with first base umpire Mark Wegner after he called Schafer out on the close play at first.

Jordan Zimmermann started for the Nationals.

Braves fans can't come up with a foul ball by Nationals Bryce Harper during the 4th inning.

Justin Upton loosens up on the on-deck circle.

Nationals Ian Desmond hits a 2-run homer to take a 2-0 lead over the Braves during the 4th inning.

Braves starter Paul Maholm reacts to giving up a 2-run homer to Nationals Ian Desmond that proved to be the difference in the game.

Nationals Bryce Harper gives Desmond a high-five at home after Desmond's 2-run homer.

Braves pitcher Paul Maholm (3-2), hoped to get back on the winning track against the Nationals.

Braves pitcher Brandon Beachy, coming back from an injury, works out with the team before the game.

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Braves B.J. Upton sits dejected in the dugout during the ninth inning of the 2-0 loss to the Nationals.

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